Life on Circuit [ONLINE]

All members of the Inn are welcome to attend this event.

Barristers at the start of their careers often have many questions about preparation for pupillage, career development and wellbeing. Is there support for barristers starting off and how do I access it? Will my career be hindered or helped by being on circuit? How do I develop my practice to achieve my goals? This session is intended to help those interested in working on circuit and will cover circuit history, structure, sources of support and how to make the most of the opportunities available to them.

This session will touch on many areas of practise on circuit, such as, settling into chambers; building strong relationships with colleagues including solicitors and Judges; building a good reputation;  participating in the life of circuit, including with your Inn, and how one can set realistic objectives for the different stages of one’s career e.g. becoming a QC or a Judge. To name a few!

The speakers leading the talk are:

• Master Simon Medland
• Master Tina Landale
• Master David Casement

This event is for members only.

Click here to see details of the QS Requirements and how to be credited with the QS for this session

Learning Outcomes:

After this session, students should be able to:

• Acquire knowledge and understanding of practice on circuit, its structures and the opportunities for developing a successful practice.
• Analyse the opportunities and resources available and how they can best help your particular practice.
• Evaluate and plan for career development and well being.

Links to the Professional Statement, wider workings of the Bar, administration of justice or a public interest matter

The QS will align with these elements of the professional statement:

• 1.1 / 1.4 / 1.9 / 1.17
• 2.1
• 3.2 / 3.5
• 4.1.1 / 4.2 / 4.4

Click here to view the BSB's Professional Statement

QS Feedback

If you have any feedback on a QS you have attended or have any suggestions for future sessions, please contact the education department on education@middletemple.org.uk

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